The Africa Cup of Nations, currently underway in Morocco, has seen several standout performances from players across the continent. According to football statistics platform WhoScored, four Nigerian players have been ranked among the top ten best players in the tournament so far.
Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, Akor Adams, and Wilfred Ndidi, all members of the Super Eagles, have impressed with their skills on the pitch. Lookman, an Atalanta forward, leads the rankings with an impressive score of 8.81, surpassing Egyptian captain Mohamed Salah, who has a rating of 8.23. Sadio Mane of Senegal follows closely in third place with a 7.82 rating, while Nigeria’s Osimhen ranks fourth with a 7.61 rating.
The rankings also feature Adams and Ndidi, who are tied in fifth and sixth place, respectively, with a 7.59 rating. Other notable players in the top ten include Yan Diomande of Ivory Coast, Riyad Mahrez of Algeria, Amad Diallo of Ivory Coast, and Brahim Diaz of Morocco, who occupy seventh to tenth places, respectively.
These rankings come as the tournament prepares to enter its quarter-final stage, starting on Friday. The Africa Cup of Nations has showcased the talents of various players, and the upcoming matches are expected to be highly competitive. The performance of the Nigerian players, in particular, has been noteworthy, with their team advancing to the next stage of the competition.
The WhoScored ratings provide an objective assessment of player performance, taking into account various metrics such as goals scored, assists, and overall impact on the game. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect to see more exciting matches and outstanding individual performances. With the quarter-finals approaching, the stakes are high, and the rankings are likely to change as teams compete for a spot in the semi-finals. The Africa Cup of Nations continues to be a premier platform for African footballers to showcase their skills, and the current rankings reflect the intense competition and high level of play in the tournament.
